Defiance Expresses Mood on Whisky Supply and Crop
The Defiance Express notes the visible whisky stock is larger than ever and the 1894 crop has not yet been touched, suggesting discouragement about future scarcity.
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Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1901
Page
4
Public restless in Philippines as Funston under spotlight
In the Philippines the public blames the lull on the firing line on Gen. Funston and expects some action from him daily, reflecting heightened scrutiny of his leadership amid ongoing hostilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philippines
Gen. Funston
Tariff War Not Fearful Says Secretary Wilson
Secretary Wilson asserts tariff battles will not deter U S aims noting independence from other nations except in sugar and that the country continues planting sugar beets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Population and valuation rise across Oklahoma counties
Various counties in Oklahoma show strong gains in population and property valuation this year while discussions of statehood reasons continue to grow. Strong entities and local trends indicate a broad upward pattern in growth and economic indicators across multiple counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tur
Oklahoma
Virginia convention declines invitation to Col. Bryan
The Virginia constitutional convention declined to invite Colonel Bryan to speak, with delegates believing they had left nothing undone to gain Democratic advantage for his appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Bryan
Cannon Ball Express Collides Near Nottingham Wreck
At Nottingham Ohio the Lake Shore and Southwestern Limited known as the Cannon Ball Express crashed into the rear half of a fast freight. Two men Frank L. Anderson of Buffalo and C G McCollum of Cincinnati were killed instantly. A train of passengers was shaken but unharmed. Injured include fireman William J Elliott of Buffalo badly injured postal clerks W M Baker of Columbus and E F Loveless of Cincinnati and others with varying injuries.
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Cleveland
Nottingham
Lake Shore
Frank L. Anderson
Buffalo
C. G. McCollum
Cincinnati
William J. Elliiott
Andrew Hound
Harry Maltby
W. M. Baker
Columbus
E. F. Loveless
Block House Burned on Johnson's Island Prison
Special to Express Sandusky July 10 The last remaining blockhouse of the Confederate prison on Johnson's Island is consumed by flames. It burned late Saturday afternoon after being ignited by torching of nearby brush. Built in 1861 62 the four blockhouses served as guardhouses and forts during the Civil War.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sandusky
Johnson’s Island
Abe Kane Convicted In Peculiar Chicken Theft Case
Kenton July 10 Abe Kane was convicted of stealing chickens in a case noted for its odd proof. Farmers reported losses as Sherman Lee poured coal oil on hens to mark ownership, leading to Kane’s capture when the birds in his possession carried the odor.
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Kenton
Abe Kane
Sherman Lee
Kane
Fraudulent Coins Paid in June Salaries at County Office
A Toledo county treasurer's office paid June salaries in counterfeit gold coin discovered at a bank. The total amount remains unknown. The coins reportedly imitate genuine currency and are believed to have been made near Toledo.
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Oledo
Toleyo
Couny
Poledo
General Daniel Sickles Seriously Ill in New York
General Daniel E. Sickles is reported seriously ill in Pleasantville New York while Village President Daniel Hayes is present on July 10. The illness is described as very serious and immediate care is underway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Daniel E. Sickles
Pleasantville, N. Y
Daniel Hayes
Kilbourne Nominated by Acclamation Today
Columbus July 10 The Democratic convention opened at 11 a m Temporary Chairman Salen spoke on national and state issues including railroad and corporate assessments A platform favored equal taxation equitable railroad corporate assessments tariff reform opposition to trusts subsidies imperialism Monroe Doctrine direct Senate election agriculture and labor Kilbourne nominated by acclamation at 1 30 p m Zimmerman withdrew Kilbourne regarded as likely for Governor The new tariff expected to raise 15 000 000 yearly and to cut exports from non US and Spain The Lentz Tompkins contest in Ohio politics and a 18 vote margin cited as alleged money influence in the election results
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Spain
House of Representatives
John J. Lentz
Emmet Tompkins
Ohio
Lentz
Tompkins
Ohio Democratic convention moves to permanent organization
In Columbus Ohio last night the permanent organization was set, giving Johnson supporters led by Charles P Salen of Cleveland the top post. A larger Johnson presence showed on the platform committee with George Phillips winning the Fourth district, while Samuel M Heisley was named as secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Ohio Democracy
Committee On Permanent Organization
Johnson People
Charles P. Salen
Cleveland
Salen
Johnsonites
Committee On Resolutions
Walter Richie
Bob Gordon
Bernie” Lawton
George Philips
Mercer County
Philips
Committee On
Judson Harmon
Harlan Cleveland
J. H. Jones
George Phillips
W. D. Hill
Jos. Kylar
K. J. Harper
W. 8. Finley
Barton Smith
J. W. Eyler
W. &E. Fink
M. A. Daugherty
James H Platt
F J King
EM Kennedy
G W Hamilton
J W Cassingham
William Spencer
Columbiana
Rogers Summit
Echo M Heisley
Cuyahoga
Newton D. Baker
State Central Committee
Dawes Resigns as Comptroller of Currency This Fall
Washington reports Charles G. Dawes will resign as Comptroller of the Currency effective October 1. Evans may be promoted to the post, a six year term with higher pay than the Pension Commissioner. War Department plans a new Philippine tariff mailed to Civil Governor Taft soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Charles G. Dawes
Pension Office
Evans
Commissioner of Pensions
War Department
Taft
Snail Story Sparks Darwinian Debate
In a tale attributed to Charles Darwin a strong snail in a bare garden senses food elsewhere and borrows aid from its sick companion. It climbs a wall, discovers a lush garden, returns to assist, and leads both to a paradise garden, prompting discussion on animal reasoning.
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Darwin
Ant Giants Help Tiny Colonies In Central Asia
A reader describes an unusual ant species in central Asia where a few ants grow much larger than their peers. The giant ants act as riding horses for smaller workers and guard the nest entrance, turning fearsome looks into deterring enemies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Asia
Young Philadelphia auto prodigy wins own car
W Westcott Humphreys of German town Pennsylvania at age twelve is described as the youngest skilled automobile handler. He can navigate curves stop suddenly and maneuver among crowds with adult confidence. His parents opposed but he proved his ability at a Philadelphia auto show where he earned strong applause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Westcott Humphreys
Germantown
Master Humphreys
Ther
Mother
Philadelphia
Carlo the dog and the brush he carried home
Carlo the dog was trained to fetch parcels for his master. A brush was bought and tied to a bundle. Carlo grabbed the single brush and ran off with it, dragging the other brushes, eluding the shopkeeper, and delivering them to his master despite the pursuit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carlo
Have Gone and Have Went in Classroom Note
A contributor to The Christian Endeavor World recalls a school for colored children where a boy writes have gone fifty times to correct his usage. When the teacher returns the boy’s paper shows have gone fifty times and I have went home on the opposite side.
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Christian Endeavor World
Marmaladed Parishes Debate in Punch Cartoon
A Punch cartoon shows a parish councilor proposing that two parishes be marmaladed to be jammed together. The chairman clarifies the idea as unwise and humorous commentary on consolidation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marmaladed
Country Side News Notes Local Farming and Events
Morgan Louis secures a painting contract for a North Richland barn built by Henry Feindel on his Jewell area farm. Long rents the Florida elevator to refit for grain handling. Interest grows in establishing a custom flouring mill if prices are right. Mrs Briggs and daughter visit Mrs Lowry in town. Local rail worker Dan Lowry returns from leave. Children's day services drew a large crowd with a fine program. Phillip Peters rents George Lowry farm. Lowry to pursue dentistry. Clover hay harvest nearly done. corn fields show promise for oats. Rev Rootman toys with bicycle. Some farmers report strong wheat and corn outlooks. Dr J B Emery and family visit. Mrs Florence Brubaker improves after illness. Ella Boubaker visits Cecil. Peter Schaaf to rebuild barn after lightning. E W Brubaker buys new top buggy. Fred Retcher’s log barn and hay burned in a night blaze with insured losses. Flora Craine hosts a guest from Stringtown. Mary Gates and Elsie Toberan visit West Unity. J J Craine and Blanch drive to Defiance. Six new St John Epworth League members added.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morgan Louis
North
Richland
Henry Feindel
Jewell
Rich Long
J W Long
Florida
Briggs
Toledo
Hannah Lowry
Dan Lowry
Hillip Peters
George Lowry
Lowry
Rev. Rootman
Wm. Gackel
J B Emery
F M_ Brubaker
Florence Brubaker
Ella Boubaker
Wm. Weaver
Cecil
Peter Schaaf
W Brubaker
Wm _ Gackel
Fred Retcher
Mark Center Area Social and Family Visits Reported
Dr A B Fraze drove to Hicks ville Monday afternoon Elmer Haver and daughter Helen went to Defiance Monday Orlo Hill and family of Archibald spent Sunday and Monday with Mrs Hill's parents Chas Duna kin attends school at Angola Ind spent Sunday with family John Coffin Roy Rock Curt Haver and Bert Dickey were here Sunday Carrie Traxler of Delaware Bend guest of Merle and Larlie McBride Sunday and Monday W L Bryan of Farmer brought berries from Mr Ensigns fruit farm east of Farmer Tuesday to WFE Hires Mrs Chas Duna kin and son Paul and Edith Gudman drove to Hicksville Tuesday Mrs M Wagner of the Bend came up Tuesday to visit her daughters Mrs W E Hires Mrs AL McBride and son W F Merle McBride was in Defiance last week guest of her aunt Mrs Thos Fahey
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Fraze
Hicksville
Elmer Haver
Helen
Defiance
Orlo Hill
Archibald
Merle
Larlie McBride
L Bryan
Farmer
Ensign
WFE
Chas. Dunakin
Paul
Edith Gudman
M Wagner
the Bend
W E Hires
AL McBride
Merle McBride
Thos. Fahey
Creeks Hit Washington Township Hard In Flood Evidence
In Washington Township the creeks rose to record highs over the past week causing extensive crop damage in the bottoms. Bill Lantz repaired Emery Bay lis barn with stone footings, while Corwin and White of Defiance did painting nearby. Jacob Goller cut about five acres of wheat in the creek bottom on the 4th and the next morning no shocks remained as the field washed downstream. A resident noted the creek’s height unmatched in years and predicted poor field conditions for binders in the coming days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Lantz
Emery Baylis
Corwin & White
Defiance
Ney
Jacob Goller
Harvesting Wheat and Local Incidents Reported
A breezy July 4 brought many youths caught in a rain storm. Charles Palmer of Jewell visited. Mrs Dunn and Mrs Stock hosted guests. J W Kuhn’s house fire damaged the first floor. Fr..Gire moved threshing outfit to Moog and Cox. Several local residents attended church services and events this weekend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Palmer
Jewell
Dunn
Stock
Elmore Partee
Sol
Ingle
Christ Boehrer
Mornand
Stee
Stringtown
Local residents and visitors noted in Defiance area
Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Hover drove to William Center Monday. Mrs. Frank Smith returned from Van Buren. Mrs. Dr. P. H. Lehman of Ney was guest of her sister Mrs. Gee in Rentz last week. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Minsel were in Toledo visiting. Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Shook are at Bryan visiting. Carl Fink of Defiance was in town Monday. Watkins and Frank Winn of Defiance were here Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oscar Hover
William Center
Frank Smith
van Buren
P. H. Lehman
Ney
Gee
Rentz
Frank Minsel
Toledo
Oscar Shook
Bryan
Carl Fink
Defiance
Watkins
Frank Winn
Milford Storm Impacts Farmers Across River Floods
The 4th storm severely affected local farms as the St Joe River rose two feet overnight and remained high through July 6. Standing water ruined potatoes corn wheat and hay. Local residents visitations note family and funeral attendances including Mrs Noah Mowry who died at 41 leaving five children. Dohner began earley harvest but high water forced him to stop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Joe
Lyson
Detroit
Mich
Upp
Nancy Blair
Mr. Dohner
Ben Gonter
William
Samuel Fee
Noah Mowry
Fish Creek
Mowry
William Fee
Miss Squire
Hicksville
Beerbower
Milford
Eden
Local notes from Sherwood and nearby towns
Sherwood and Auburn residents are listed visiting and transacting business in the area. Rev Gotsch sold a horse to John W Winn for 120 dollars. Postmaster C J Thompson and family visited in Defiance. various locals travel, visit Defiance, and plan a Sandusky excursion. Fireworks delayed by rain will be displayed next Saturday July 13 with ice cream sales in the Opera House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ei Johnson
Auburn
Ind
Gotsch
John W. Winn
Dr. Rock
H. (. Lindersmith
Fayette
C. J. Thompson
Defiance
F C Switzer
Sandusky
F C Sweitzer
W W Huff
Illinois
Sherwood
Vena Dustin
Farmer
W A van Dyke
C A Vanamburg
Local notes and social visits from Hicksville area
Rev Kreible of Hicksville visited Monday. Finley Lindsay and Jennie traveled to Butler. William McClellan bought a self binder. Thomas Carey and wife were in Butler Friday. Mrs J L Fitzcharles visited sister Mrs Fred Kenney at Butler on the 4th. Peter Countryman and wife were in Howland. Rev Yeager and wife from Waterloo dined with Rev Jas Moore and wife. Ella Shanklin closed district No 10 summer term last Friday. parents attended, ice cream and cake served. Milford beaten at Saint Joe. umpire questioned. Milford boys played brick yard push, brick yard rally not in it. will need bear meat to beat Hustlers. Y P C U services at U B church next Sunday 7:30 pm topic Each at work acts 8 26 to 40 leader J M Watkins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kreible
Hicksville
Finley Lindsay
Jennie
Butler
William McClellan
Thomas Carey
J L Fitzcharles
Fred Kenney
Peter Countryman
Howland
Yeager
Waterloo
Ind
Jas Moore
Ella Shanklin
Milford
Saint Joe
Milford Boys
Brick Yard
U. B
J. M. Watkins
Farm losses from July storm hit Tiffin Township area
In Tiffin Township farmers cut wheat and hay after July storms caused great crop damage. A barn owned by Frank Ferris was struck by lightning and burned while he and his son John were nearby with hay. Insurance won’t cover the loss. Frank Seiler lost a valuable horse last week and Anna Nell assists Mrs Seiler. Henry Carpenter has married.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Ferris
Ferris
John
Frank Seiler
Local notes on housing, equipment and events
Peter's new house nears completion and carpenters resume work on Fred Geir's barn. Alex Hane bought a Deering binder last week. Wm Bell shows a new bogey. Arthur Tittle closed a term of school in Adams township last Wednesday. Children's day exercises are planned at Salem Evangelical church soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter
Fred Geir
Alex Hane
Wm. Bell
Arthur Tittle
Adams Township
Salem Evangelical Church
Local residents attend gatherings and travel amid summer activities
A Herald notes varied journeys and visits across Defiance and surrounding towns. Residents like J N Replogle, Bryan, and J W Shuter transact business in Defiance and Stryker while others travel to Toledo and Cleveland. The Fourth at Evansport drew smaller crowds, with many visiting Bryan and Defiance, and updates include Epworth League plans and returning veterans from the Philippines sharing stories.
Williams county notes and farming updates
Defiance visitors include Miss Mabel Winn and Mrs C E Gardner. Farmers haying and wheat cutting are active while recent heavy rain hinders binder work. Raspberry shipments go to Van Wert via the Cincinnati Norther. The Williams county circuit holds its fourth quarterly meeting at Farmer church on July 2021 with Dr. Jas H Fitzwater presiding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mabel Winn
Defiance
C E Gardner
Bryan
S B Scott
F Theuro
W G Lord
John Green
W J Walker
Hutchins
Spangler
van Wert
Cincinnati Northers
Williams County
Farmer Church
Jas. H. Fitzwater
W Wilder
Pleasant Bend Weather Tales and Local Arrivals
The community endured its greatest rain storm on the evening of the 4th. Bertha Burill spent days in Watersville visiting friends. Nellie Wolf visited Miss Mamie Mowery at Malinta en route to Napoleon. Mrs Shaw entertained her sister Mrs Winters of Toledo. Frank Moses, postmaster, visited Defiance over Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holgate
Bertha Burill
Watersville
Nellie Wolf
Mamie Mowery
Malinta
Napoleon
Mrs. Shaw
Children’s Home shines spotlight on James W Baker visit
James W Baker of Farmer Center toured the Children’s Home on June 18, joined by E F Shoemaker and wife and Elsie Eicher of De teeeee for the event, details reveal a community outreach visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James W Baker
Farmer Center
E F Shoemaker
Elsie Eicher
Miss Gould Exhausted From Charitable Duties
Miss Helen Gould suffered a physical breakdown after shouldering numerous charitable responsibilities. Reports say she undertook extensive duties and responsibilities in support of various causes and organizations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Gould
Cosmopolitan charms of Pat Sheedy noted by London Daily Mail
The London Daily Mail profiles Patrick Sheedy as a cosmopolitan and entertaining conversationalist who roams Paris London Cairo and Monte Carlo. He circulates among high society, shares moral sentiments, and once defeated a wealthy opponent in a dictionary spelling wager with the remark that knowledge matters more than money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pat Sheedy
Patrick Sheedy
New York
London
London Daily Mail
Paris
Monte Carlo
Ostend
Cairo
Sheedy
Reciprocity Lesson Sparks Parliament Talk at Home
A playful exchange between a couple centers on politics and reciprocity. The man explains reciprocity with a kiss analogy while the woman learns and dreams of becoming a hostess and possibly entering parliament, reflecting lighthearted domestic views on civic life.
Markets Report Amid Turmoil and Shifting Prices
Fragmentary market notes show ledgers and quotes in flux with prices moving. Analysts flag volatility and unclear direction as investors weigh risk and economic signals.
Grain price shorthand from old market listing
Fragmentary OCR shows prices for hay wheat oats corn and rye per unit with scattered figures and zeros. Missing complete values and sources, but indicates nominal pricing in a historical agricultural section.
Local Produce Prices From Miller Co Daily List
Corrected daily figures show potatoes at 75 cents per bushel beans at 2.00 per bushel eggs at 0.12 per dozen with other items including seene nee 75 SG and oe .08 noted. Millers and Martins publish this price update for local market shoppers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Martin
Ws Ik
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